1998 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Berkeley Foursome
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Berkeley Foursome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Berkeley Foursome would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 994 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Berkeley Foursome.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Berkeley Foursome | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Berkeley |
Model | Spider | Foursome |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 1990 mm |